We are currently seeking public input on Policy 518 - Students with Life-Threatening Medical Conditions.
This policy conveys the board’s commitment to supporting students with prevalent medical conditions, such as asthma, anaphylaxis, diabetes and epilepsy, to ensure they have full access to school in a safe, inclusive, and healthy environment. This includes fostering well-being and empowering students to manage their medical needs to the best of their ability.
To review the draft documents and provide feedback, visit the UGDSB website: https://www.ugdsb.ca/o/ugdsb/page/policy-518-students-with-life-threatening-medical-conditions
The UGDSB Family Portal puts your child’s school information in one secure place. See bus updates, IEPs, School Cash Online, reset students’ passwords, and more—anytime. It’s easy to use, with single sign-on for many tools (and we’re adding more). Get started: https://family.ugdsb.on.ca/. Need help? Please see this FAQ: https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/family-portal-faq
Join us at our Orangeville & Area Job Fair to explore supply opportunities as a Casual or Emergency Educational Assistant.
📍 Grant Evans Education Centre: 40 Amelia Street, Orangeville
🗓️ Wednesday, October 22, 2025
⏰ 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
✅ Take part in on-site interviews!
📲 Click the link below or scan the QR to sign up!
🔗 https://UGDSB_orangevillejobfair_EAEEA.eventbrite.ca
🙌 Be part of a team recognized as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Company Culture 2025!
We are currently experiencing some phone issues. If you are unable to reach us via the phone please email the school.
Thank you
Mrs. Matthews
You can find this week's family email on the website or by checking your inbox.
TOMORROW IS RED & WHITE DAY
DON'T FORGET TO PURCHASE TICKETS FOR BBQ CHICKEN DINNER
SEE WEBSITE FOR DETAILS
REMINDER: SCHOOL COUNCIL HOT LUNCH FOR SALE ON SCHOOL CASH ONLINE!
REMINDER: SCHOOL COUNCIL HOT LUNCH FOR SALE ON SCHOOL CASH ONLINE!
Looking for a flexible way to support students this school year? Join us at one of our upcoming UGDSB Job Fairs!
Guelph & Area: October 15, 2025, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM I Guelph Board Office
Orangeville & Area: October 22, 2025, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM I Grant Evans Education Centre
Meet our team, explore supply roles, and learn more about working with UGDSB.
📌 Additional details to follow soon!
BBQ Chicken Dinner—We have tickets to sell.
Please email: casigray17@gmail.com or tracy.phillips@ugdsb.on.ca to order tickets.
$20 per dinner—DEADLINE FRIDAY.
The Family Email for September 12th is available now!
Click Link https://docs.google.com/document/d/1enfuGiCBaCPL61hWYXbUL1B2dr3FdOZ_TjTFg2SZAQg/edit?usp=sharing
Arthur Public School is excited to host our Carnival for a Cure on Thursday, September 18th, in support of the Terry Fox foundation. All funds raised will go directly to cancer research through the Terry Fox cancer foundation. You will receive a notice shortly from your child's classroom teacher containing information about the upcoming spirit week and the Carnival for a Cure/Meet the Teacher night. This year we are attempting something new with ticket sales. For a limited time, Wednesday, September 10 to Friday, September 12, you will be able to purchase tickets for the carnival through the Arthur Public School cash online. If you miss this brief 3-day window, you can still buy tickets at the door with cash. Tickets are 10 for $5.00. Tickets can be used for a game, a raffle, or a coffee. Next week, your child's classroom teacher will send home an envelope containing the tickets you have pre-ordered.
Thank you for your continued support.
Arthur Public School staff
Family Email is available now! Please check your email and the website!
Safe Access to Schools 2025 - 2026:
The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) is committed to providing a safe, secure learning and working environment for students, staff, and visitors. Over the next couple of years all elementary schools are upgrading their door access systems and will consistently have their exterior doors locked during the school day.
I am writing to let you know that this board-wide project of upgrading the system used to access elementary school sites across the district is coming to our school shortly. We expect to have the system installed and live by October 15, 2025.
Parents, guardians, and volunteers are, as always, welcome to attend the school as per usual; however, they will need to use the intercom at the entrance to contact the office prior to having the doors opened. All visitors to schools are still required to sign in at the school’s main office and wear a badge/sticker identifying them as a visitor to the school once signed in.
If you would like additional information, please see the link below, which will take you to the board’s website and to Policy/Procedures 322 that outlines the management of access to school sites across the system https://www.ugdsb.ca/o/ugdsb/page/policy-322-safe-operation-of-schools-and-board-sites
As we begin this process, our exterior doors will be locked, and visitors will need to ring the doorbell at the front door or call the office. We appreciate your patience during this transition, and we look forward to seeing all of our amazing families, volunteers, and support staff. This will take place on September 5th.
Thank you for your patience and understanding and we look forward to welcoming you the next time you are at the school!
Tracy Matthews, Jeff Gonsalves & the APS Team
LINK: https://www.ugdsb.ca/o/ugdsb/page/communications-newsletter
If an accident happens, is your child covered?
Parents/guardians can purchase Student Accident Insurance directly through either of these Providers:
www.insuremykids.com or call toll-free 1-800-463-5437
www.studyinsuredstudentaccident.com or call toll free 1-833-560-0527.
For more information visit the board website: https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/accident-insurance